Is CVE-2023-38861 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-38861 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-38861 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-38861 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-38861?

CVE-2023-38861 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-38861

CWE-77Published: August 15, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An issue in Wavlink WL_WNJ575A3 v.R75A3_V1410_220513 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via username parameter of the set_sys_adm function in adm.cgi.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Wavlink WL_WNJ575A3 devices are susceptible to remote code execution due to improper handling of the username parameter in the administrative interface. This critical vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.8 and allows unauthenticated remote attackers to gain control over the device.

There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not included in the CISA KEV list.

Recommended Action

Update the device firmware to the latest version. Ensure the management interface is not accessible from the public internet.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-38861 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.